Quote Originally Posted by Fenster
Scrap, Kostya was passed his best when losing to Phillips, that means he was passed his best for another 13 victories (some of his greatest) and the next eight years of his career, until losing again.

Now I see this sort of backs-up your original poser...he's a fighter that recorded some of his best wins past his peak

But isn't it a bit too convenient to explain careers and losses like that?

A great fighter can take a loss in the middle of their prime if it's a bad matchup against a quality fighter, and just because you are past your absolute peak doesn't mean you can give your most compelling performances.